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StartOut and J.P. Morgan Announce Startups Selected to Join Growth Lab Accelerator

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星期一, 三月 4, 2024

Today, StartOut and J.P. Morgan welcomed the newest cohort of companies to the Growth Lab Accelerator .

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  • Today, StartOut and J.P. Morgan welcomed the newest cohort of companies to the Growth Lab Accelerator .
  • Seventy-four companies have participated in Growth Lab since 2016, raising more than $892 million in funding and creating approximately 4,216 jobs.
  • As co-lead sponsor of the program, J.P. Morgan provides Growth Lab participants with access to the firm’s network of global experts and resources.
  • “Each Growth Lab introduces us to an inspiring new cohort of founders, bringing fresh ideas, breaking barriers and expanding our vibrant, global StartOut community,” said Brian Richardson, CEO of StartOut.

MB2 Dental Ranks #102 on the 2024 Inc. Regionals: Southwest List

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星期五, 三月 1, 2024

MB2 Dental , the first and largest Dental Partnership Organization (DPO) nationwide, announced today it ranked #102 on the 2024 Inc. Regionals Southwest list.

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  • MB2 Dental , the first and largest Dental Partnership Organization (DPO) nationwide, announced today it ranked #102 on the 2024 Inc. Regionals Southwest list.
  • This marks the third year in which MB2 Dental appeared on the Inc. Regionals Southwest list, which evaluates companies based in Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.
  • MB2 Dental was one of 47 Dallas-Fort Worth metro area companies that made the list and within those, one of 12 in the healthcare industry.
  • The Inc. Regionals program ranks companies according to the percentage growth rate of their annual revenue over a two-year period.

Future of Sport Lab and Relay Ventures Join Forces to Propel Innovation in Sports Technology

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星期四, 二月 29, 2024

This landmark partnership brings together Future of Sport Lab's expertise in sports technology research, innovation, and entrepreneurship with Relay Ventures' extensive experience in early stage SportsTech investing.

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  • This landmark partnership brings together Future of Sport Lab's expertise in sports technology research, innovation, and entrepreneurship with Relay Ventures' extensive experience in early stage SportsTech investing.
  • Future of Sport Lab has already made significant strides in advancing the SportsTech sector.
  • "We are thrilled to have Future of Sport Lab partner with Relay Ventures, a renowned leader in early stage investments,” said Dr. Cheri Bradish, Founder and Managing Director, Future of Sport Lab.
  • Together with the Future of Sport Lab, we are committed to supporting innovation and the creation of groundbreaking solutions that will shape the future of sports, media and entertainment."

2nd Annual Sunstone Economic Development Challenge @ USC Price School Launches With Meet And Greet

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星期二, 二月 27, 2024

An event Friday, Feb. 23, brought together for the first time graduate student teams in the 2nd Annual Sunstone Economic Development Challenge @ USC Price and officials from the five cities they will work with through this spring to develop innovative economic development plans for their cities.

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  • An event Friday, Feb. 23, brought together for the first time graduate student teams in the 2nd Annual Sunstone Economic Development Challenge @ USC Price and officials from the five cities they will work with through this spring to develop innovative economic development plans for their cities.
  • This is the second year of the Sunstone Economic Development Challenge @ USC Price.
  • Teams of students work with officials of their designated city to put together an economic development approach, ideally one supporting innovation and entrepreneurship.
  • He is a USC Price School graduate and was the Economic Development Director for Long Beach before joining the private capital investment management firm Sunstone.

San Diego Angel Conference VI at University of San Diego Announces Quarterfinalists

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星期五, 二月 23, 2024

They took home $269,000 in funding at the SDAC V conference and secured additional funds from investors and from UCSD within weeks of the event.

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  • They took home $269,000 in funding at the SDAC V conference and secured additional funds from investors and from UCSD within weeks of the event.
  • LIMBER CEO Dr. Joshua Pelz says, “The seed funding we received through SDAC enabled us to invest in product development and accelerate commercialization.
  • The San Diego Angel Conference at USD has become the largest event-based angel conference in the country .
  • SDAC partners with 35+ organizations including USD , San Diego State University ( SDSU ), and University of California, San Diego ( UCSD ), to drive deal flow and mentor startups.

2024 Kinetic Black Business Support Grant Application is Open

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星期四, 二月 22, 2024

In honor of Black History Month, Kinetic is once again proud to announce that the Kinetic Black Business Support Fund is now accepting applications for the 2024 season.

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  • In honor of Black History Month, Kinetic is once again proud to announce that the Kinetic Black Business Support Fund is now accepting applications for the 2024 season.
  • Kinetic initiated the fund for Black small-business owners to give them more access to capital available exclusively for their business across the Kinetic 18-state footprint.
  • Along with the funds, each business selected is awarded with a year of free internet services and business consultations to recipients.
  • Applicants should check Black Business Support Fund website for full terms and conditions and application process.

Maesa Proudly Presents Inaugural Graduating Class of the #MaesaMagicIncubator

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星期二, 二月 20, 2024

Maesa, the #1 beauty incubator in mass, is proud to announce the graduation of the inaugural cohort, class of 2024 of the #MaesaMagicIncubator.

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  • Maesa, the #1 beauty incubator in mass, is proud to announce the graduation of the inaugural cohort, class of 2024 of the #MaesaMagicIncubator.
  • “In our 2024 class, we see the will to make magic by delivering products that solve real problems and fulfill unmet consumer needs.
  • Through the #MaesaMagicIncubator, Maesa seeks to address the challenges faced by promising early-stage entrepreneurs who, much like Maesa, are crafting consumer solutions that are disrupting categories and creating magic.
  • By nurturing diverse ideas, Maesa aims to stimulate innovation and foster economic growth, creating a ripple effect of shared success and satisfying unmet consumer needs.

Wendy and Erik Skaalerud of Big Blue Swim School Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association

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星期一, 二月 19, 2024

The International Franchise Association (IFA) named Wendy and Erik Skaalerud, franchise partners of Big Blue Swim School in Centennial, Colorado, as 2023 Franchisees of the Year.

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  • The International Franchise Association (IFA) named Wendy and Erik Skaalerud, franchise partners of Big Blue Swim School in Centennial, Colorado, as 2023 Franchisees of the Year.
  • The Skaaleruds were honored at the 64th IFA Annual Convention in Phoenix, Ariz., for being outstanding franchise establishment owner-operators.
  • “From pioneering the way as our very first franchisees in a challenging market to nurturing a vibrant workforce rooted in shared values, Wendy and Erik truly exemplify entrepreneurial spirit at its finest,” says Chris DeJong, President and Founder of Big Blue Swim School.
  • At Big Blue, its people make a big difference, and leaders like Wendy and Erik are crucial for serving as ambassadors of the brand’s mission and values in each of its communities.

Bark, the Premier Online Marketplace for Professional Services, Sets Roots in Austin: Launches First US Office to Accelerate Growth in North America

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星期三, 二月 14, 2024

Bark.com , a global services marketplace headquartered in London, announced the opening of its first office in the United States, in Austin, Texas.

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  • Bark.com , a global services marketplace headquartered in London, announced the opening of its first office in the United States, in Austin, Texas.
  • This strategic expansion is a testament to Bark’s successful journey since its 2014 inception in the UK and its commitment to fostering business growth across North America.
  • By establishing a presence in Austin, Bark aims to deepen its relationships with North American businesses and provide a robust channel for quality customer connections.
  • Thousands of businesses in the US have leveraged Bark’s services to find new customers, enabling them to achieve their growth targets.

Brazi Bites Announces Date Better Snacks as Second Annual Latino Entrepreneur Accelerator Program Winner Alongside Two Finalists

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星期二, 二月 13, 2024

Brazi Bites , pioneer of Latin-inspired, better-for-you, naturally gluten-free foods, today announced Date Better Snacks as the winner of its second annual Latino Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (LEAP).

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  • Brazi Bites , pioneer of Latin-inspired, better-for-you, naturally gluten-free foods, today announced Date Better Snacks as the winner of its second annual Latino Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (LEAP).
  • Additionally, Date Better Snacks will receive support from Brazi Bites' valuable partners in legal, public relations, creative, and R&D, totaling a value of $66,500.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240213966766/en/
    Brazi Bites Announces Date Better Snacks as Second Annual Latino Entrepreneur Accelerator Program Winner Alongside Two Finalists (Photo: Business Wire)
    When Valdez-Wilton’s two restaurants in Eagle Rock, CA shut down during the pandemic, the Date Better Snacks founder and CEO began experimenting with medjool dates and organic chocolate in her home kitchen.
  • “I am thrilled to be chosen as the winner of this year’s Latino Entrepreneur Accelerator Program and cannot wait to begin working with Junea, the Brazi Bites team, and other business mentors,” said Valdez-Wilton.